Legislative Branch

The legislative branch of the federal government consists of the Congress,
which is divided into two chambers -- the Senate and the House of
Representatives. Each member of Congress is elected by the people of his
or her state. The House of Representatives, with membership based on
state populations, has 435 seats, while the Senate, with two members from
each state, has 100 seats. Members of the House of Representatives are
elected for two-year terms, and Senators are elected for six-year terms.